1. Articles in category: NFL Scouting Combine

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    1. Fuller, Painter receive chance to play at the next level

      Explore CollegiateTimes.com (Apr 29 2013)

      Fuller, Painter receive chance to play at the next level

      Just as the 2012 football season dragged on for many Hokie fans, it seemed that this year’s NFL Draft did the same.

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      Mentions:   Kansas   Danny Coale   University of Virginia

    2. Hokies get second chance to impress NFL scouts

      Explore HamptonRoads.com (Mar 20 2013)

      BLACKSBURG As a chiseled, 6-foot-4, 306-pound athlete who doesn't resemble a typical flabby offensive lineman, Vinston Painter had a strategy to catch the scouts' eyes at the NFL draft combine last month in Indianapolis. "Took my shirt off," he said with a laugh. "I just walk around a little bit, get my Calvin Klein on. That's all."

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      Mentions:   Blacksburg   West Virgina University   Virginia Tech

    3. David Wilson loving every minute of NFL Draft process

      Explore www2.newsadvance.com (Mar 25 2012)

      David Wilson loving every minute of NFL Draft process David Wilson, a record-setting running back at Virginia Tech, has made the most of his opportunity since declaring for the draft after his junior season with the Hokies. Following an impressive combine in Indianapolis and pro day in Blacksburg, Wilson’s draft stock is remaining steady as he begins visiting prospective NFL teams. (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Blacksburg   David Wilson   Radford University

    4. Hokies get 2nd chance to make impression

      Explore Roanoke.com (Mar 16 2012)

      Hokies get 2nd chance to make impression

      BLACKSBURG - Former Virginia Tech running back David Wilson was pleased with his performance at the NFL Combine last month but knew he could run a better time in the 40-yard dash. He had an undisclosed medical issue that few people outside of scouts and doctors knew about and clocked in at 4.49 seconds in Indianapolis, a disappointing time for a track All-American. At the Hokies' Pro Day on Thursday, Wilson ran in the 4.35 to 4.40 range, much more to his liking. "They all liked what they saw," W

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      Mentions:   Frank Beamer   University of Miami   Blacksburg

    5. Hokies showcase speed, strength at Pro Day workouts

      Explore HamptonRoads.com (Mar 15 2012)

      Hokies showcase speed, strength at Pro Day workouts Posted to: College Football Sports Va. Tech Football Virginia Virginia Tech football Follow @AndyBitterVT * More Va. Tech football news From Andy Bitter's blog Subscribe to RSS headline updates from: Powered by FeedBurner More from the blog Tweet Share Related * Patrick Henry QB commits to Virginia Tech - Mar. 16 By Andy Bitter The Virginian-Pilot © March 16, 2012 BLACKSBURG Virginia Tech running back David Wilson was pleased with his performan (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Frank Beamer   University of Miami   University of Cincinnati

    6. Wilson, Hokies work out for NFL scouts

      Explore www2.timesdispatch.com (Mar 15 2012)

      Virginia Tech running back David Wilson said Thursday he was not fully healthy at the NFL combine two weeks ago, though he would not disclose what was ailing him. "All the coaches and doctors knew what was wrong with me at the combine," Wilson said after the Hokies' pro day in front of scouts from about 25 NFL teams. "It was between us." Wilson was one of about 20 former Tech players who worked out at the field house on Thursday during the session, which was closed to the media. That group also (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   David Wilson   University of Florida   University of Alabama

    7. Quick Recap of How Three Former Hokies Fared at the NFL Combine

      Explore Gobbler Country (Feb 27 2012)

      Quick Recap of How Three Former Hokies Fared at the NFL Combine

      A lot of anticipation is beginning to build for Virginia Tech football in 2012 with the release of the ACC schedule today but there are a few former Hokies who are currently in Indianapolis looking to impress scouts and coaches from the National Football League. With Jayron Hosley set to work out on Tuesday, here is a quick summary of how Jarrett Boykin, Danny Coale, and David Wilson fared in Sunday’s NFL Combine. Star-divide Jarrett Boykin had one goal in mind heading into the day and that was

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      Mentions:   Blacksburg   National Football League   David Wilson

    8. Hokies prep to please at NFL combine

      Explore Roanoke.com (Feb 23 2012)

      Hokies prep to please at NFL combine

      BLACKSBURG - The days are long for former Virginia Tech receivers Danny Coale and Jarrett Boykin, who are both working out at Competitive Edge Sports in Atlanta in advance of this week's NFL Combine. The average day includes three separate two-hour workouts, rotating between receiver exercises, combine-specific drills and weightlifting, with a unique - and grueling - resistance workout in the pool thrown in once a week. Still, finding motivation is not hard. "You also have to remind yourself tha

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      Mentions:   University of Miami   Blacksburg   Boise State University

    9. Four Hokies hope to improve NFL stock at combine

      Explore HamptonRoads.com (Feb 22 2012)

      Four Hokies hope to improve NFL stock at combine

      Virginia Tech’s Jarrett Boykin, rear, celebrates with Danny Coale after making a catch to set up a score against Wake Forest in the first half on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011. (Bob Leverone | The Associated Press) In order to get the best experience with our full-size images, you should enable JavaScript in your browser. Virginia Tech’s Jarrett Boykin, rear, celebrates with Danny Coale after making a catch to set up a score against Wake Forest in the first half on Saturday

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      Mentions:   Danny Coale   Wake Forest   Virginia Tech

    10. Former Hokies WR Danny Coale eager to prove doubters wrong at NFL scouting combine

      Explore washingtonpost.com (Feb 22 2012)

      Former Hokies WR Danny Coale eager to prove doubters wrong at NFL scouting combine

      “It seems like a job. I have to keep reminding myself that I’m not a student anymore and that I’m unemployed, too,” former Virginia Tech wide receiver Danny Coale said of his preparation for an NFL career. (Lynne Sladky - AP) In the days after former Virginia Tech wide receiver Danny Coale had what appeared to be an overtime touchdown catch controversially overturned in the 2012 Sugar Bowl, he took solace in the record amount of fan mail he received.

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      Mentions:   Michigan   Danny Coale   University of Virginia

    11. Former Hokies WR Danny Coale eager to prove doubters wrong at NFL combine

      Explore washingtonpost.com (Feb 22 2012)

      Former Hokies WR Danny Coale eager to prove doubters wrong at NFL combine

      “It seems like a job. I have to keep reminding myself that I’m not a student anymore and that I’m unemployed, too,” former Virginia Tech wide receiver Danny Coale said of his preparation for an NFL career. (Lynne Sladky - Associated Press) In the days after former Virginia Tech wide receiver Danny Coale had what appeared to be an overtime touchdown catch controversially overturned in the 2012 Sugar Bowl, he took solace in the record amount of fan mail he received. Some offered their opinion on t

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      Mentions:   Blacksburg   Michigan   Danny Coale

    12. Former Tech RB Wilson set to display talents

      Explore VTeffect.com (Feb 22 2012)

      Former Tech RB Wilson set to display talents

      David Wilson, a junior, has rushed for 1,627 yards and nine touchdowns this season, and he was named the ACC's player of the year and a second-team All-American. By: Nathan Warters | VTEffect Published: February 22, 2012 Updated: February 22, 2012 - 1:09 PM » Comments | Post a Comment Former Virginia Tech running back David Wilson has been training the last six weeks at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex down in Orlando, Fla, in preparation for this week’s NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil St

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      Mentions:   Michigan   Arizona State University   West Virgina University

    13. David Wilson talks about upcoming NFL Scouting Combine

      Explore Virginia Tech Effect (Feb 21 2012)

      The NFL’s Scouting Combine begins Tuesday, and former Virginia Tech running back David Wilson figures to be one of the top testers during the workouts at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis. I recently caught up with Wilson to talk about his preparations for the combine and what he expects when he gets there. Here’s the interview. Look for a story about Wilson and the combine in tomorrow’s editions of the Lynchburg News & Advance and Danville Register & Bee. How has training been going? Are you read

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      Mentions:   Michigan   Arizona State University   West Virgina University

    14. Four players will represent Virginia Tech at NFL scouting combine

      Explore Pheedo (Feb 7 2012)

      Virginia Tech running back David Wilson is projected to be a first- or second-round NFL draft pick. Four former Virginia Tech football players will represent the Hokies at this month’s NFL scouting combine, the league announced Tuesday morning. Running back David Wilson, cornerback Jayron Hosley and wide receivers Jarrett Boykin and Danny Coale will all be in attendance Feb. 22-28 when the NFL puts top draft prospects through various drills and tests in Indianapolis. Boykin and

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      Mentions:   Blacksburg   David Wilson   Blake DeChristopher

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